How many questions are there in this paper?

This Test Booklet contains 120 items (questions).

What type of questions are asked in this paper?

The paper consists of objective type questions, with four alternatives for each question.

Is there any penalty for wrong answers?

Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers. One-third of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty for each wrong answer.

What happens if a candidate gives more than one answer to a question?

If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as a wrong answer, and the same penalty will apply.

Is there any penalty for leaving a question blank?

No, if a question is left blank, there will be no penalty for that question.

Where should candidates mark their answers?

All responses must be marked ONLY on the separate Answer Sheet provided.

Can candidates take the Test Booklet with them after the exam?

Yes, candidates are permitted to take away the Test Booklet with them after the examination.

UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2026 Geophysics Paper II Question Paper PDF

Name: UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist 2026 Geophysics Paper II Question Paper PDF
Creator: UPSC
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Year 2026
Conducted By UPSC
Questions 120
Maximum Marks 300
Duration Two Hours
Languages English

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination
Year	2026
Conducting Body	UPSC
Paper	Paper - II Geophysics
Subject	Geophysics
Duration	Two Hours
Maximum Marks	300
Number of Questions	120
Question Type	Objective (MCQ)

This document contains the question paper for the UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2026, Paper II, focusing on Geophysics. The exam, conducted by UPSC, allows two hours to answer 120 objective questions, with a maximum of 300 marks. It includes detailed instructions for candidates regarding test booklet handling, OMR sheet filling, and penalty for wrong answers. This paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to qualify for the Geo-Scientist posts, providing a clear understanding of the exam's scope and difficulty level.

Major Topics Covered

Geophysics
Earth's Crust
Magnetic Field Strength
Magnetic Flux Density
Orbital Velocity
Solar System Planets
Ellipsoid Radii
Geographic Latitude
Concentric Latitude
Gravitational Constant

Why This Paper is Important

Useful for Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Exa preparation
Helps understand the latest exam pattern
Useful for practice and self-assessment
Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
Helpful for analysing question trends

Related Resources

Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2025 Paper II Geophysics
Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2026 Paper I
UPSC Geologist Exam Previous Year Papers
Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2026 Paper II Geophysics Answer Key
Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination Syllabus
Geophysics Syllabus for Competitive Exams
Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination Pattern
UPSC Exam Pattern for Geoscientists

Instructions

IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE EXAMINATION, YOU SHOULD CHECK THAT THIS TEST BOOKLET DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNPRINTED OR TORN OR MISSING PAGES OR ITEMS, ETC.
IF SO, GET IT REPLACED BY A COMPLETE TEST BOOKLET.
Please note that it is the candidate's responsibility to encode and fill in the Roll Number and Test Booklet Series A, B, C or D carefully and without any omission or discrepancy at the appropriate places in the OMR Answer Sheet.
Any omission/discrepancy will render the Answer Sheet liable for rejection.
You have to enter your Roll Number on the Test Booklet in the Box provided alongside.
DO NOT write anything else on the Test Booklet.
This Test Booklet contains 120 items (questions).
Each item comprises four responses (answers).
You will select the response which you want to mark on the Answer Sheet.
In case you feel that there is more than one correct response, mark the response which you consider the best.
In any case, choose ONLY ONE response for each item.
You have to mark all your responses ONLY on the separate Answer Sheet provided. See directions in the Answer Sheet.
Before you proceed to mark in the Answer Sheet the response to various items in the Test Booklet, you have to fill in some particulars in the Answer Sheet as per instructions sent to you with your Admission Certificate.
After you have completed filling in all your responses on the Answer Sheet and the examination has concluded, you should hand over to the Invigilator only the Answer Sheet.
You are permitted to take away with you the Test Booklet.
Sheets for rough work are appended in the Test Booklet at the end.
Penalty for wrong answers : THERE WILL BE PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS MARKED BY A CANDIDATE IN THE OBJECTIVE TYPE OUESTION PAPERS.

Questions (page 2)

Q1. The geophysical methods used for investigating the shallow features of the Earth's crust are

(a) static methods only
(b) dynamic methods only
(c) static and dynamic methods both
(d) relaxation methods only

Q2. The units of magnetic field strength and magnetic flux density, respectively are

(a) ampere metre^-1 and volt second metre^-2
(b) volt second metre^-2 and ampere metre^-1
(c) volt second and ampere metre^-1
(d) ampere metre^-1 and volt second

Q3. The angle of obliquity of the Earth ranges from

(a) 21.1° to 25.3°
(b) 21.9° to 24.3°
(c) 21.9° to 25.3°
(d) 21.1° to 24.3°

Q4. Which one of the following planets of the solar system has the highest mean orbital velocity?

(a) Mercury
(b) Venus
(c) Earth
(d) Mars

Q5. Which one of the following relations is correct among the radius of sphere, R, and equatorial and polar radii of the international reference of ellipsoid, a and c, respectively, if the volumes of the sphere and ellipsoid are equal?

(a) R-c = (a-R)/(2)
(b) R-c=a-R
(c) R-c=2(a-R)
(d) R-c=4(a-R)

Q6. The difference between geographic and geocentric latitudes is maximum at

(a) 0° latitude
(b) 23.5° latitude
(c) 45° latitude
(d) 90° latitude

Q7. The acceleration of a point mass m₁ due to the attraction of another point mass m₂ at distance r is equal to

(where) G = \textuniversal gravitational constant

(a) G(m₁)/(r²)
(b) G(m₂)/(r²)
(c) G(m_1m₂)/(r²)
(d) -G(m₁)/(r)

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What is the name of the examination?

The examination is the Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination.

Which year is this question paper for?

This question paper is for the year 2026.

Which paper is this question paper?

This is Paper - II, focusing on Geophysics.

Who conducts the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination?

The examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the time duration for this paper?

The time allowed for this paper is Two Hours.

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The maximum marks for this paper are 300.

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